November 30, 2009: Canada's Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights, Hearing on UNSCR 1325, 1820
Carla Koppell, director of The Institute for Inclusive Security, testified before Canada's Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights on November 30, 2009. The hearing examined Canada's role in strengthening human rights mechanisms, including equality between women and men, in selected conflict-affected countries. There was particular focus on Canada's implementation of United Nations Security Council Council Resolution 1325; participation in United Nations conflict resolution and peace mechanisms; and departmental programs and initiatives.
Witnesses included:
- Kevin McCort, Chief Executive Officer, CARE Canada
- Carla Koppell, Director, The Institute for Inclusive Security (by videoconference)
- Rebecca Wolsak, Inter Pares
- Rachel Mayanja, Special Adviser on Gender Issues and Advancement of Women, United Nations (by videoconference)
- Linda Dale, Executive Director, Children/Youth as Peacebuilders
Read Carla Koppell's opening statement here.
The Canadian Senate has held three previous hearings on UNSCR 1325, on: